Test Results

Also, please note that receptionists may not always be able to give out test results.

Ambulance Bookings

Patients are required to book their own ambulances for all hospitals. If you wish to book an ambulance please contact Ambuline on: 0845 266 9662

Booking A Blood Test

Blood tests can be booked at the surgery with our Phlebotomist or Healthcare Assistant. Blood tests are required to be taken in the morning as they are sent away to the laboratory at midday. Please contact reception for further information.

Information On Blood Tests

A blood test is when a sample of blood is taken for testing in a laboratory. Blood tests have a wide range of uses and are one of the most common types of medical test. For example, a blood test can be used to:

assess your general state of health

confirm the presence of a bacterial or viral infection

see how well certain organs, such as the liver and kidneys, are functioning

A blood test usually involves the phlebotomist taking a blood sample from a blood vessel in your arm. and the usual place for a sample is the inside of the elbow or wrist, where the veins are relatively close to the surface. Blood samples from children are most commonly taken from the back of the hand. The child's hand will be anaesthetised (numbed) with a special cream before the sample is taken.

You can find out more about blood tests, their purpose and the way they are performed on the NHS Choices website.